Saint Alphonsus

09/17/2025

It’s officially 100 days until Christmas, but the magic of the season arrives even sooner! ✨🎄

The 41st Annual Saint Alphonsus Festival of Trees is just around the corner, and we can't wait to celebrate with you.

For over four decades, this treasured event has marked the start of the holiday season in the Treasure Valley, bringing our community together in joy, tradition, and giving.

📅 Mark your calendars:
🎉 Nov. 25 – Gala
🌲 Nov. 26–30 – General Exhibition
👗 Dec. 1 – Fashion Show

We’re already looking for volunteers and sponsors to help make this year’s festival unforgettable.

Share this post or tag someone who loves the holidays — and let’s kick off the season together!

🔗 Learn more & get involved: https://www.saintalphonsus.org/foundation/events/festival-of-trees

09/16/2025

This month, we celebrate the vibrant history and culture of Hispanic and Latin people. We honor and are grateful for the many contributions they bring to our organization and our communities.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.

09/15/2025

Our renewed commitment to you begins today.

Nobody asks for a hard diagnosis. To take on relentless pain.

To face the kind of moment that changes everything.

But we do.

At Saint Alphonsus, we don’t flinch in the face of impossible.

We meet it head-on—with sharp minds, steady hands, and a team that knows
how to carry the weight.

We show up for the moments that test you. For the long recoveries. The
sleepless nights. The questions without easy answers.

Because everyone in our care deserves more than just medicine.
They deserve to be seen.

Heard.

Fought for.

We don’t run from the hard stuff. We were built for it.

So bring it.

Check out all our teams from Boise to Baker City who showed up last week to rally around our work ahead.

09/14/2025

Change is in the air. 👀

09/11/2025

A new day is coming. 👀

09/08/2025

It’s back!

The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation returns for the Boise Take Steps event, a walk to raise funds and accelerate research for those living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

The mile-long walk will be held Saturday, October 4 at 10:00 a.m., beginning at Veterans Memorial Park.

Jennifer Perkins, Colorectal PA, and the Colon and Re**al team at Saint Alphonsus, are passionate about the race and were instrumental in bringing it back to Boise.

Last year after inquiring about activities for IBD patients in Idaho, Jennifer found that there hadn’t been a walk of this kind in more than 10 years. She then began working to make one possible through the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.

“As a colorectal PA, I see firsthand what these patients go through. It broke my heart to realize there wasn’t an in-person event in Idaho where this community could come together for support and connection. That’s why I wanted to do my part in creating this space – for the patients who mean so much to me.”

The race is now in its second year.

To learn more about this year's walk, open to the public, visit https://takesteps.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/Boise2025.

09/06/2025

The countdown has begun. 👀

09/04/2025

Join us in celebrating Jessica, a dedicated and compassionate leader who’s been part of the Saint Alphonsus family for nearly 12 years!

Jessica began her journey as a Patient Safety Coordinator and has grown into her current role as Clinical Risk Manager, where she continues to make a meaningful impact every day.

“I have enjoyed being a part of Saint Alphonsus for many years. Saint Al’s values align with my personal values, which make it an enjoyable and satisfying place to work.”

A Boise native, Jessica loves spending time with her family, reading, traveling, and hiking. Her commitment to safety and excellence inspires us all!

Thank you, Jessica, for your years of service and for being a shining example of what makes Saint Alphonsus so special.

09/01/2025

Wishing everyone a great Labor Day! Thank you to our caregivers and other first responders who are working during this holiday to care for our communities.

Every person matters. Every story matters. Every voice matters.

08/28/2025

Reflection is an important part of our daily work.

As a health system, we regularly join in reflections as a way to center ourselves, enhance the quality of care provided to patients, and continuously develop as healthcare professionals.

Yesterday, we had the privilege of joining together to reflect on, celebrate, and bless the new Nampa Family Medicine Residency program and clinic.

The program, created in partnership with Mountain States Institute for Graduate Medical Education and Research (MSI), is designed to address provider shortages and improve long-term access to care in the Treasure Valley.

Learn more about the clinic now open in Nampa at https://www.saintalphonsus.org/location/saint-alphonsus-family-medicine-residency-clinic

08/28/2025

Have you ever heard of diverticulitis?

It’s more common than you think—and one local physician is helping shine a light on what it means for your gut health.

Saint Alphonsus Colon and Re**al Surgeon Dr. Sheev Dattani recently shared insights into this often misunderstood digestive condition—what causes it, how it’s treated, and why early detection matters.

Learn more about the signs and symptoms, and how you can support your digestive health.
https://www.ktvb.com/article/news/local/idaho-today/colorectal-cancer-is-the-third-leading-cause-of-cancer-related-deaths-in-men/277-660ed602-944a-4149-81c0-5a224c0cc1d9

Saint Alphonsus reminds us about the importance of screening